pastel artist of the male figure, nudes and gay themes
I've added seven more works to the large magnets selection. For some it's their debut in the new large format, and others that were never available as magnets before. mostly because of the nudity. No longer being restricted is one of the top reasons I like these new magnets so much!
Check out the whole beautiful collection...
Also, there are still some of the small magnets in stock. All are $1.76 off while supplies last...
Author Dee Michel's upcoming book is Friends of Dorothy: Why Gay Boys and Gay Men Love The Wizard of Oz. Dee recently reached out to me to license my painting Once In A Lullaby in the publication, and I was happy to oblige.
Dee has been a contributor to The Baum Bugle, the official journal (est. 1957) of the International Wizard of Oz Club, so is a bit of an expert. The book is expected this Summer.
I'm exploring the notion of doing another book of my work. I'd like to do it myself. I think it'd be fun to design and to have creative control - at least within boundaries set by the printer and the affordability factor.
I'd like to get some input from you, fans and followers of my work. First a quick recap, my first book by Bruno Gmünder Summer Moved On, included most of my works through 2006. My second book, On The Drawing Board I did myself and it was more of a 'behind the scenes' companion to Summer Moved On. It showed and explained the process and origin of many of those works. The third book, Seasons of Love was also published by Bruno Gmünder and mostly included works from 2007-2010.
So here's a little survey asking what YOU would like to see in a new Breyette art book:
I'm always striving to express positivity through my artwork, be it healthy sexual identity, romanticism, kindness, our place in the natural world, or even just fun!
My latest work is about pushing back on the negativity that surrounds us, the fear, ignorance and hate. Those words I have scrawled on the stone in several languages.
I'll be donating* 15% of the sale of prints and the original to Human Rights Watch, a non-profit working to stop oppression around the world including the torture and killing of gay men in Chechnya.
*I can't provide a tax write-off to customers for the donated portion of the sale without help from a lawyer, accountant and possibly creating a separate non-profit entity. However you can donate directly to HRW if you wish.
Original is Available
18¼" x 24¼" (46cm x 62 cm) pastel on pastel paper
Giclée Prints
25 limited edition Gallery prints
100 limited edition Studio prints
open edition Portfolio prints
additional information about my giclée prints
I've got the gist of the figure down, plenty more to do on him, not to mention all the background work.
I'm predicting the the background will go quickly, it's mostly sky, an interesting sky I hope but it's a lot less intricate than doing a forest or an interior backdrop or city buildings etc.
I'm really pleased with the face and expression of the figure now...so for me, I can forge ahead with more confidence.
Here's a little snippet of the next painting I'm starting.
It doesn't give you much to go on. It won't be a complex painting but I wanted something simple. I finally came up with a concept that would illustrate some thoughts and feelings generated by the current state of the world.
Original (Sold)
18½ x 24 pastel on pastel paper
completed and released April 17, 2013
Giclée Prints
25 very limited edition Gallery prints
100 limited edition Studio prints
open edition Portfolio prints
additional information about my giclée prints
Cross if off your wish list...
I am happy to hear that my original pastel painting "Land's End" has been purchased and is off to a good home!
But there are always prints!
Land's End was sold by my good friends down at Gallery XO in Wilton Manors Florida. If you're ever in the area, be sure to check out my work as well as all the other great male art they have available.
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In Vermont we have an extra season, called 'mud season'. It's the time between Winter and Spring when all the snow is melting, the ground is thawing and it's often raining. Between the rich soil, the farm fields and the dirt roads, there is pretty much mud everywhere. So not only do you expect to get dirty, it's pretty much required!
I'm reveling in mud season with 17% off originals, prints, large magnets, greeting cards, and postcards today through April 7th.
Just use code MUD2017 at checkout...be sure to wear boots and bring a towel!
*Orders placed between now and 4/7 will ship after the 7th.
Grab your guy, throw your gear in the back and just go! No destinations, no reservations.
I've been a fan of them since I was a kid, so I was pleased to discover that the VW bus/camper is as much a Vermont thing as maple syrup, foliage, covered bridges and nude swimming holes. Here is my latest...
Special New Release pricing lasts through Sunday 3/26.
Original is Available
24" x 18" (61 cm x 46 cm) pastel on pastel paper
Giclée Prints
25 limited edition Gallery prints
100 limited edition Studio prints
open edition Portfolio prints
additional information about my giclée prints
Maybe it's a generational thing, but I've always had a fondness for the VW bus/camper, and it seems I know many others who feel the same way. When I was a kid I had a light blue toy one. Anyway, they seem to be pretty popular here in Vermont. I guess it fits in with the nature loving, tree hugging, retro hippie, easy going way of life vibe that is strong in the Green Mountain state.
Welcome to the art of Michael Breyette.
Michael's pastel paintings capture the stunning beauty of the male form with warmth and sensitivity while never shying away from lustful eroticism.
This website contains fine art depictions of male nudity, gay themes, and men in sensual and romantic situations. Do not enter if you choose to be offended by this subject matter.
Otherwise, if you appreciate the male form in all its glory, come on inside and enjoy!
If you have all the art you need but want to help, a kindly contribution can be made here:
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